About Leithead
The surname Leithead is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "hlith," meaning "slope" or "hillside," and "heafod," meaning "head." Therefore, the surname Leithead is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or on a hillside or slope. It is a descriptive surname that likely referred to the physical location or geographical features of the individual's residence.
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The surname Leithead is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Leithead based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Leithead in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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